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A no-brainer retirement benefit advisers can bring to their clients

Employee Benefit News

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Four Benefits That Increase Worker Productivity

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

In a recent International Foundation wellness survey, respondents were asked about company culture issues that are impacting workforce productivity. Far and away, the most cited issue was worker stress. Another. Read more > The post Four Benefits That Increase Worker Productivity appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Is ChatGPT Ready to Write Workers’ Compensation Decisions?

Workers' Compensation

Artificial intelligence (AI) programs have become an exciting new Internet phenomenon. Initially launched to generate graphics, the programs have rapidly emerged as Internet research's most significant development of the last twenty years. LAUNCHING OF AI LANGUAGE-BASED APPLICATIONS Recently a Judge in Columbia admitted to using an AI program, ChatGPT , in writing a decision on whether an autistic child’s insurance should pay the costs of medical treatment.

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Insurance, and assurance: How Paytient is helping employees pay for healthcare without breaking the bank

Employee Benefit News

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We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities

Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive

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Government names first menopause employment champion

Employee Benefits

The UK government has appointed Helen Tomlinson to be its first menopause employment champion , as part of a call for more employers to develop dedicated menopause policies. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) asked Tomlinson, head of talent UK and Ireland at Adecco Group, to take on the voluntary role due to her work hosting a menopause podcast and developing Adecco’s menopause policy in 2021.

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What to Know About Taxes and the Gig Economy

Kollath CPA

The gig economy has a lot to recommend it, but in a recent notice, the IRS is reminding gig workers that taxes are still a requirement, even if they can be a little confusing in this model. The agency says that “taxpayers must report their gig economy earnings on a tax return – whether they earned that money through a part-time, temporary or side gig.” It has even established an online Gig Economy Tax Center to provide information and resources to help entrepreneurs and workers under

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US Supreme Court Rules Highly Compensated Employee Is Not Exempt from Overtime

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On February 22, 2023, the US Supreme Court held in Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. v. Hewitt that an employee who was paid nearly $1,000 each day he worked was not exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore owed overtime for the work he did. This case turned on an interpretation of the FLSA […] The post US Supreme Court Rules Highly Compensated Employee Is Not Exempt from Overtime appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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FNZ implements global family leave benefits

Employee Benefits

Global wealth management platform FNZ has launched a global family leave benefits package for its 6,400 employees as of this month. The policy made staff eligible for 26 weeks of primary and secondary parental leave, regardless of their gender, at 100% of their salary. Both primary and secondary caregivers – biological, adoptive, same sex or surrogacy – can take this leave within the first 18 months of birth or adoption, including if they are both employed by FNZ.

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Food as medicine: This company delivers produce for Medicaid and Medicare members

Employee Benefit News

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4-Week Roadmap for New Hires

Nearly one-quarter of employees (23%) admit they’ve cried within the first week! Give new hires a positive start with this four-week onboarding roadmap. This schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We’ve included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees’ highway to success an easy road.

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New Ways to Shop

Money Talk

U.S. Shopping History Back in the day, people shopped in a single general store in rural towns across America. Think Oleson’s Mercantile store in Little House on the Prairie. Mark-ups were generally high and product selection was limited. This started to change in the late 1800s with the introduction of mail order catalogs (e.g., Sears) where shoppers could select from a wide range of merchandise.

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APA Participates in Nevada Earned Wage Access Legislative Process

PayrollOrg

The APA Government Relations Task Force began working with the Nevada Assembly in January to assist the state in developing legislation to regulate earned wage access programs.

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20 Examples of AI in HR You Can Learn From

Darwinbox

What is an example of the use of AI in human resources ? The answer to this question can help improve HR processes and their outcomes. It will also help you make the most of your investment in artificial intelligence in human resource management. This article will explain the top 20 examples of AI in HR and their benefits.

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The top 10 most-read articles between 3 – 9 March 2023

Employee Benefits

The top 10 most-read articles on www.employeebenefits.co.uk between 3 – 9 March 2023 were: Costa Coffee gives staff third pay rise in 12 months Amazon receives top employer certification for 2023 FNZ implements global family leave benefits Government names first menopause employment champion Kinleigh Folkard and Hayward gives staff one-off cost-of-living payment Sellick Partnership gives staff day off for Employee Appreciation Day Weetabix reports 3.64% mean gender pay gap Tribunal rules

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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Implicit Bias: What it is and Ways to Reduce it

BetterUp

Jump to section What is implicit bias? Implicit vs explicit bias How does the Implicit Association Test (IAT) work? What are the implications of implicit bias? What can be done about it? Why does it matter?

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State-focused Sessions at 2023 Capital Summit

PayrollOrg

From March 20-21, the APA will hold the 2023 Capital Summit in Arlington, Virginia. This premier event will include sessions on state payroll topics and the chance to get updates from federal and state agency experts.

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The Bare Minimum Monday Dilemma: Self-Care or Entitlement?

HR Digest

In the preface to the Dilbert collection This Is the Part Where You Pretend to Add Value , Scott Adams kicks off his compilation with a brazen account of his sixteen-year stint at Crocker National Bank and Pacific Bell: “If I had to describe my 16 years of corporate work with one phrase, it would be ‘pretending to add value.’ … The key to career advancement is appearing valuable despite all hard evidence to the contrary. … If you add any actual value to your company today, your career is probabl

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Howden UK and Ireland hires first HR director

Employee Benefits

International insurance broker Howden UK and Ireland has appointed Tim Hopgood to the newly created role of HR director to reflect and drive its growth strategy, as well as talent retention and attraction. Hopgood has more than 20 years of experience in HR, and will report to Carl Shuker, chief executive officer of Howden UK and Ireland, and Diahann Williams, group HR director of Howden Group.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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Health Insurance Benefits for Employees – Why It’s Important

Pacific Prime

With so many flashy, new wellness benefits on the rise in the industry, it can be easy to forget about the more common perks like employee medical insurance. Employer-provided health coverage has become the standard foundation benefit for the platform of many companies. It could even be true that younger generations won’t even know what. The post Health Insurance Benefits for Employees – Why It’s Important appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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IRS Renews Warning About Third Parties Promoting ERC Claims

PayrollOrg

The IRS renewed its warning that employers should be wary of third parties advising them to claim the employee retention credit (ERC).

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Hybrid workers exercise more, sleep longer and eat better

Workplace Insight

A new study claims that hybrid working is leading to a healthier workforce, with more time being dedicated to exercise, sleep and healthy eating. Research among more than 2,000 hybrid workers by IWG suggests that the time saved by reduced commuting has led to multiple health and wellbeing benefits including weight loss, better cooking habits, improved mental health and a longer night’s sleep.

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A HR guide to employee benefits

Employee Benefits

Retention rates are at a low, with 65% of employees thinking that they can find a better position elsewhere. A great way to improve retention rates is through offering great employee benefits. Benefits, including fringe benefits and flexible benefits, provide an employee an extra reason to stay within a company. In a working world where there is a greater understanding of the importance of employee wellbeing and as more employees begin to work remotely, it is vital that employers are offering th

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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Advantages to outsourcing employee benefits management for your company

Pacific Prime

Outsourcing isn’t the taboo subject it once was. There are, understandably, people who will think of redundancies and work moving offshore but for many modern businesses constantly searching for flexibility and cost efficiencies, shifting duties to third parties can be a smart way to reduce your company’s investment in an area while boosting its effectiveness. .

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IRS Issues Warning About Tax Fraud Schemes Involving Form W-2

PayrollOrg

The IRS issued a consumer alert that employers can pass on to their employees to help them be aware of tax scams involving Form W-2.

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District Court Vacates Provisions of No Surprises Act Final Rule

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On February 6, a US district court in Texas vacated provisions of the No Surprises Act final rule related to the independent dispute resolution (IDR) process for determining payment for out-of-network services. The district court granted summary judgment to the Texas Medical Association, which had brought suit against the US Departments of Health and Human […] The post District Court Vacates Provisions of No Surprises Act Final Rule appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Reward Gateway acquires Fond

Employee Benefits

Reward Gateway, a global HR technology and employee engagement company, announced their acquisition of Fond, a leading U.S. provider of employee recognition, rewards and perks. This follows Abry Partners’ and Castik Capital’s recent acquisitions of Reward Gateway, Xexec and MoveSpring. Fond is a U.S. rewards and recognition platform that helps companies build a happier workforce with an easy-to-use, simplified solution.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.